All posts filed under “Imbolc

Imbolc Vows

These are a little late, because sometimes life happens. My first dedication was to Brighid – she of the forge, she of the well. This year, I vow to Her: I will love and steward myself. I will show my heart. I will ask for… Read More

To Light the Fire, To Tend the Well

Semele by John Duncan (1921) Imbolc is one of my favorite holidays. I have always been drawn to Brighid, and she was the first Goddess I pledged myself to in service. This holiday also marks the anniversary of my Reclaiming Initiation (January 30th marked two… Read More

For Brigid

This Time She did pass in the trees, tinkling a tickle-whisper, And was in the flame, yes, when I’ve pleaded and wished and prayed and burned anyways. But this time, no moaning: just the urge, to deep and dark and drowning. This time, my eye… Read More